Battling Giants: You’re More Equipped Than You Think

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Have you ever faced a situation in life that felt insurmountable? You look at what’s in front of you and wonder how you’ll ever overcome it. I’ve been there more times than I care to admit. And if you’re human, chances are you have too. Yet somehow, you’ve made it this far. You’ve slayed giants before.

What if I told you that you’ve always been capable? That it’s just a matter of perspective.

Take the biblical story of David and Goliath. David, a young shepherd, finds himself face-to-face with Goliath, a towering, battle-hardened warrior. Everyone assumes David doesn’t stand a chance, especially in hand-to-hand combat. Goliath would crush him. Or so they thought.

But David wasn’t a warrior by trade; he was a shepherd. Day in and day out, he protected his flock from predators with nothing more than a sling and a few stones. Over time, he developed precision and skill, and perhaps even muscle memory. He learned to strike from a distance, striking quickly and accurately.

So when David faced Goliath, he didn’t panic. He didn’t try to fight Goliath on his terms. He relied on what he knew best. He used what he had. And with one stone, perfectly placed, he toppled the giant.

David wasn’t lucky. He was prepared.

The same applies to you. Every season you’ve endured, every hardship you’ve faced, every skill you’ve cultivated, it’s all been preparing you for what’s ahead. The depths of your despair equal the height of your ascension. So if you’re battling giants right now, think about what that experience is preparing you for. This is the framing I use to endure tough times. You’re not just in the fight, you’re being forged by it.

They say you’re either battling a giant now or will be soon. So when that giant shows up, remember:
You’re already equipped.
Lean into your gifts.
Take the shot.
Become the legend you’re meant to be.

Keep fighting.